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Approached by Mastermind with Wicked Scheme

 

“Ah, welcome. Thank you for coming.” (Lorenzo)

Lorenzo, with a refreshing smile on his face, greeted us as we entered the room.

He’s a very refreshing, handsome guy, but the underside of that mask is terrifying beyond belief.

“Well, I heard that you have a request for me?” (Harold)

“Yes. However, since it’s a somewhat complicated matter…” (Lorenzo)

Without breaking his cheerful expression, Lorenzo glanced briefly at Xandra.

“His Eminence Salvatori, she and I are engaged to be married. So, I want her to know everything about me. Would you kindly permit her to remain present?” (Harold)

I took this opportunity to press the matter as well. Even Lorenzo, for all his cunning, wouldn’t be able to refuse our presence when I had put it this way.

“I see, understood.” (Lorenzo)

He agreed readily, which was a bit anticlimactic, but I guess that’s fine. If it were just me alone, there was a possibility I could be overpowered in negotiations.

“Well then, both of you, this way please.” (Lorenzo)

We were shown to our seats by Lorenzo.

“First, thank you for taking the time to meet with us.” (Lorenzo)

“There’s no need for such preamble. We’re only here to listen to what you have to say.” (Harold)

I preemptively put Lorenzo, who was bowing deeply, on guard.

In the first place, if we listened to the mastermind’s request, we’d definitely end up in a terrible situation. I only came here because I’m acting as the host. Otherwise, there’s no way I’d agree to a meeting.

“Ha ha… Oh my, it seems you’ve taken the initiative.” (Lorenzo)

Lorenzo scratched his head and gave a bitter smile.

That’s why we don’t need any of that.

“Well then, I will speak. It is a bit embarrassing to air family matters, but…” (Lorenzo)

With that, Lorenzo began to speak slowly and deliberately.

Currently, within the Holy Kingdom, there was a division between the conservatives centered around the Pope and the reformists made up of young priests like Lorenzo, who were always secretly at odds. In the midst of this, Christia, the Saintess, had been maintaining neutrality, and both factions were desperate to bring her over to their side. They had been sending her all sorts of enticements, but she always evaded them, never giving a favorable response.

So, Lorenzo decided to use this envoy dispatch to the Kingdom of Dehaubalz to devise a strategy. To put it simply, Lorenzo forcibly took the position that was supposed to be assigned to the Pope, and by having Christia accompany him, he planned to persuade her while in the Kingdom. From Christia’s perspective, there was no need for her to join the envoy, and she could simply refuse. However, Lorenzo dangled the bait of ‘inspecting the Royal Academy in preparation for studying abroad two years later’, which apparently piqued her interest.

Originally, in the settings of ‘Enhaz,’ it was noted that Christia was frustrated by the delicate situation within the Holy Kingdom and her role being forced upon her as the Saintess. She must have been delighted to jump at the opportunity.

“In other words, you want me to persuade the Saintess to align with Your Eminence Salvatori, is that it?” (Harold)

“I would certainly like to ask for your cooperation, but that’s not quite it.” (Lorenzo)

“What do you mean?” (Harold)

“We will contact you, Lord Harold, at the appropriate time, so when that happens, I would like you to escort the Saintess to the designated location.” (Lorenzo)

At the moment I heard that, I involuntarily shuddered.

This… isn’t this ‘The Saintess Kidnapping Incident’, the main scenario for Christia?  In the Christia scenario of ‘Enhaz’, an incident occurs where Christia suddenly disappears one day. The Saintess is a symbol-like presence in the Baltian Holy Kingdom, and if anything happens to her, the Dehaubalz Kingdom would be condemned not just by the Holy Kingdom, but by all the nations.

The kingdom immediately seals its borders and all its coastlines and, with its honor on the line, begins searching for Christia but fails to find her. Then, Wilfred and the other heroines cooperate to search for Christia, but, as usual, Harold does everything he can to obstruct them.

In the end, Wilfred discovers that she is being confined in a port town, defeats Lorenzo, the event boss, and successfully rescues her. In other words, the man in front of me is asking me to help in the kidnapping of the Saintess.

“I believe it won’t be difficult for you, His Highness Harold, as you are the host for our delegation.” (Lorenzo)

Lorenzo lowered his head innocently, looking up at me to gauge my reaction.

But didn’t I say I was only here to listen? Doesn’t he understand that? He might be handsome, but he seems to lack some common sense. What a disappointing handsome guy.

“Of course, if you would cooperate, the Holy Kingdom would not hesitate to assist Your Highness Harold. We could easily overturn your current standing in the kingdom. We can also help you clear the humiliation you suffered in the match.” (Lorenzo)

“…” (Harold)

“Moreover… we have, in fact, obtained the support of His Holiness, the Pope, for this matter.” (Lorenzo)

“Hmm?” (Harold)

Wait a minute!? Why is the Pope getting involved in this!? In ‘Enhaz’, the Pope is Lorenzo’s political rival and, at the same time, the greatest supporter of Christia! Of course, I am acting surprised in front of Lorenzo.

“It’s not a difficult matter. A disobedient dog that dislikes its collar is nothing but a nuisance for both parties.” (Lorenzo)

Ah… so that’s what it is. As the symbol of the Holy Kingdom, the Saintess has a lot of value for them, but if she does not side with them, she becomes a threat. So, this guy has decided to get rid of Christia. It’s possible that in the Christia event of ‘Enhaz’, Lorenzo made this proposal to Harold, and Harold likely helped him. In fact, in the event, Harold was clearly hindering the protagonist and the others.

“How about it? With just this one action, you could earn the trust and favor of your mother, Her Highness First Queen Margaret.” (Lorenzo)

I see, you’ve done your research well. To know that the previous Harold was starved for his mother’s love.

“Xandra.” (Harold)

“As you wish, Haru-sama.” (Alexandra)

Hmm. You intend to accept whatever choice I make. Truly, there isn’t a better fiancée in the whole world than you. Then, I shall choose. Just like Harold from ‘Engage Hazard’, as the underdog against the protagonist.

“Understood. I accept His Eminence Salvatori’s request.” (Harold)

Saying that, I raised the corner of my mouth in a grin.

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